SHAMANIC GUIDANCE

*Introduction to shamanism (covering intention setting, departure points, journeying safely in the Lower World, Upper World and Middle World).
*Animal spirit guides and power animals.
*Spirit teachers.
*Tree and plant allies.
*Working with land spirits.
*Ancestors of blood, land and spirit.
*The basics of shamanic healing.
*Brythonic shamanism (the awenydd path, exploring Annwn, Vindos / Gwyn ap Nudd and the spirits of Annwn).

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SHAMANIC HEALING

As I progress towards my shamanic practitioner qualification I am offering free and student rate shamanic healing sessions.

Power Animal Retrieval

In shamanic cultures around the world each person has one or more power animals or guardians spirits who help us to connect with nature and the spirit worlds and provide a source of personal power. Without these spirits we experience power loss and a sense of disconnection. In a power animal retrieval a journey to the spirit world is undertaken to find a power animal and reunite them with the client thus restoring lost vitality.

(£30 student rate)

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Soul Retrieval

Soul retrieval is a healing for soul loss. This is brought by trauma. During a traumatic event a part of our soul can depart from our bodies to escape the pain and protect the whole. We can also consciously or unconsciously send soul parts away. The main symptom is not feeling present or feeling like part of you is missing. Others include lost memories, recurring dreams and disassociation. In a soul retrieval a journey to the spirit world is undertaken to retrieve the find the lost soul parts and negotiate their return.

(£30 student rate)

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Soul Exchange

As we move through our lives and in and out of relationships we can pick up from and lose parts of our souls to other persons. This includes family, friends, lovers, pets, groups and organisations. Through soul exchange the parts are returned to both parties and any unhealthy attachments (represented by cords) are cut or severed. It is possible for this process to be used to heal relationships between the living and the dead.

(FREE for case studies)

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Shamanic Energy Healing (including extraction)

From a shamanic perspective pain and illness are caused by blocked and congealed energy and by intrusions of negative energy into our energy bodies. In a shamanic healing session stuck energies are moved and transformed and any energies that don’t belong to us are safely extracted. This work differs from other forms of energy healing in that the practitioner works in a shamanic trance state under the guidance of spirit guides and helpers and uses traditional shamanic tools such as a drum and rattle.

(£30 student rate)

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Healings take around 2 hours in total (a 30 minute online interview and a 1 hour 30 minute healing). Sessions can take place online or in person (for those in Central Lancashire). For those in different time zones I can offer an email interview and distance healing with an email summary and voice recording.

For a free informal discussion contact: lornasmithers81@gmail.com

Please note I am insured and under supervision.

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TESTIMONIALS

‘Lorna is an amazing healer. Very intuitive and I felt a very strong connection like she was in the room with me. Lots of very strong physical movements and sensations within my body. I will definitely be booking further Shamanic Healing sessions with Lorna. Thank you Lorna for making such a difference to my problematic gut health symptoms and for guiding me so intuitively on how to continue to continue to heal my gut myself.’
~ Cheryl, Lancashire, UK

‘Lorna Smithers is an authentic practitioner of the liminal arts. She brings her deep Brythonic connections and knowledge of lore into her healing work. I hoped for augmented help for a very serious illness for which I am under conventional treatment; I have been very pleased with the results. She ended up doing a soul retrieval as well, which provided tremendous insight into the disease’s origins, and helped me reset my orientation to it, something of great value. I was impressed that the healing was done at a distance, yet felt so impactful. She made careful recordings, which I find myself replaying, and has provided further feedback afterwards.’
~ Michael, Portland, Oregon, US

‘I worked with Lorna for about six months to expand and deepen some of my own trance-based practices. She takes her clients’ needs very seriously and is very good about adapting the breadth of her knowledge (which is extensive) to meet them. She’s also a gifted shamanic guide – I wasn’t sure how shamanic journeys would work over Zoom, but Lorna’s technique bridged the gap easily and it felt completely natural. My experiences with her have really made me rethink parts of my own (mostly self-guided) approach after seeing the value and power of trained shamanic guidance. Some things you can only find out by giving it a try. Well worth it.’
~ David, North Carolina, USA

‘This was a remote shamanic energy healing session as I was unable to attend an in-person session due to work commitments.  I received an information sheet and an interview form which allowed me to spend time explaining why I needed the healing session and what I wanted from it.  After submitting the interview form we discussed a time for the remote session, so that I was aware it was happening but not actually taking part.  I then received a voice recording and written description of the healing session. The voice recording was really useful, as I was able to choose a perfect time and place to listen to it when I was at my most relaxed.  At first I wondered whether an “after the event” recording would work for me and I’m very pleased to say it worked perfectly – I’d choose this process again.  A week or so after the session Lorna got in touch to find out how things had gone.  One of the two issues had almost gone away and the other had to be worked on a bit more as it was a longer term issue, but that is beginning to resolve itself now thanks to some clarifications that Lorna gave. In summary, the healing session actually worked out better than I had expected of a remote healing and I’d definitely opt for this process again.’
~ Peter, Lancashire, UK

‘I found the soul retrieval session to be so powerful. I was curious to know how it would work, and what pieces of my soul, if any, would be found. I particularly liked that Lorna and I journeyed together. I had a sense of being accompanied, and I found it fascinating to communicate throughout the journey, recounting what we each were experiencing. I feel this helped to make the journey much more vivid for me, and gave a sense of safety and security. It was quite moving to have soul fragments reclaimed and then blown back into me again. I have done a lot of personal development in recent years, and so this aligns with some of the other work I have been doing. I feel that I had the capacity to then reflect on what these soul fragments might mean for me. Throughout the session I felt comfortable and safe. Everything was explained clearly and there was sufficient time after the journey to then reflect on it. Thank you!’
~ C Farish, Lancashire, UK

‘I sought help from Lorna when I realized wounds from a former friendship were still affecting my spiritual life, including my relationship with my Patron God. She was able to recommend two shamanic healings that would help – a power animal retrieval and a soul exchange. Through several meetings we completed the work I had asked for. I appreciate how much time and care Lorna puts into her spiritual work, and into caring for each client; I always felt heard, and never rushed. During the journeys themselves, Lorna gave me a wonderful blend of agency and support, and I appreciated her insight about things that had happened while we were in otherworldly spaces. With the work complete, I feel a lot more closure with that former friendship, and I’ve found a new closeness with my Patron God.’
~ Thornsilver Hollysong, San Francisco, US

‘I’m really grateful for the opportunity to have a soul retrieval. I’ve recently experienced some trauma in my life that I had a feeling had caused a soul part to leave. Lorna explained everything to me very carefully and I felt fully prepared for the healing treatment. She journeyed for me and spoke this out loud for me to follow (at my request). What came back to me was then integrated with sensitivity and advice was given. I felt calm and peaceful throughout and much happier since. Thank you!’
~ Emma, Lancashire, UK

‘I am so grateful to Lorna for the soul retrieval session – it has really helped me to understand myself more deeply. She is very calm and intuitive, which made the experience very relaxing, and I felt safe and at ease throughout. The session answered a lot of questions helping to heal past events. I am now feeling more centred and confident going forward. I thoroughly recommend the soul retrieval sessions – a wonderful experience!’
~ HK, Buckinghamshire, UK

‘I had a soul retrieval with Lorna who had described the process in advance of the session. I felt very honoured as two soul parts returned. I wasn’t expecting to feel quite so excited or emotional about the experience and I’m so glad I had the session as since then, I have felt an energy shift and I feel more whole and more positive. Many thanks.’ 
~ Michelle, Lancashire, UK

‘It’s been an amazing experience. I completed 6 sessions. I have OCD and long covid, so I found it difficult to detach myself from my daily pressures to journey at first.  As my understanding of shamanism through the teachings from Lorna went on I soon began to relax and was able to journey. This was a fabulous and very welcome respite from my day-to-day stress! I had a profound experience meeting one my animal guides and have found the strength I needed and great comfort from this. I will definitely be using shamanic journeying as a way of coping with my daily stresses from now on.’ 
~ Jeff, Lancashire, UK

‘I had never heard of shamanism until Lorna introduced it at a Spiritualist class that I attend. I found Lorna informative & interesting; I gained a deep, relaxing meditation with her soothing voice, chants and drums. I couldn’t believe how much i gained in just one session! I went on to do the six week sessions, where Lorna taught me how to enter the 3 worlds and gave me the opportunity to practice with the drum and gain confidence journeying on my own too. I met spirt guides for the first time: animals, creatures and people. I experienced all sorts whilst in the shamanic trance, including healing, and seeing a passed loved one. It has opened my mind to want to learn more. I will continue with the shamanic journeys through Sister Patience’s experienced teachings, she has opened up whole new worlds for me.’
~ Linda, Lancashire, UK

‘Before these sessions, I understood very little about shamanism. Although I had already practiced meditation as part of my spiritual journey, journeying with Lorna has opened up so much more for me to explore and provided an alternative way to seek guidance. The depth of knowledge she has about the history of shamanism is phenomenal, and her passion for what she does truly shines through. I’ve gained more than I expected from these sessions, and I’m honestly surprised by what has come through for me. The care and attention given during each session, combined with the opportunity to reflect on the experience with Lorna’s guidance and knowledge has been deeply enlightening. I can honestly say that these sessions have been incredibly powerful in bringing forth information about my current circumstances and clarity in ways in which to move forward. It’s been amazing!’
~ Kellie, Preston, UK

‘I only had a little knowledge of shamanism when I started my 6 sessions with Lorna, but had already completed a shamanic journey with her within a small group studying mediumship.  What an amazing experience! Since then, every journey I have done has been so meaningful. The sessions have addressed very significant areas in my life and I would love to continue with this at some stage. I feel very fortunate to have had this opportunity and would like to send my heartfelt thanks to you Lorna. I am looking forward to the forthcoming shamanic drum circle too. Highly recommended!’
~ Wendy, Lancashire, UK

‘I was initially uncertain how I would get on with shamanic training. But working with Lorna, I quickly felt at ease.  She helped me discover parts of my spirit I never understood before  journeying.  The experience was truly magical. I’ve continued to confidently explore  shamanic journeys on my own thanks to her incredible guidance. I’m so grateful, I feel like lost parts of myself are slowly returning thanks to what I learned during the 6-week training. Thank you so much.’
~ Afka R, Lancashire, UK

‘The six sessions that I had were a really valuable introduction to shamanic practice. Key ideas were explained well, and I really loved each of the journeys undertaken. They provided me with rich insight and felt very meaningful. This was enhanced by the discussions afterwards, and the opportunity to record my journeys with writing and art. I feel that my preferences, needs and interests were honoured, allowing me to find my own path, yet also feel the safety and guidance that comes with having someone else alongside me. Thank you!’
~ CF, Lancashire, UK

‘Lorna’s soul guidance sessions are such a valuable source of inspiration and healing. I have gained many insights into how to navigate my spiritual path with strength and positivity using meditation, divination and journey work. I have really enjoyed exploring the wisdom and lore within the stories of the land, and how the messages within the folklore can help us on our life path today. I am feeling so much more confident with my spirit work and I will definitely be continuing with the sessions.’
~ HK, Buckinghamshire, UK

‘Lorna led me through a soul guidance session and it was deeply meaningful and profound. She was kind, understanding, empathetic, and knowledgeable. The session helped me to gain clarity on several things that I had been having difficulties with, and I would urge anyone who is having spiritual problems of any sort to consider having a session.’
~ Autumn B, CT, USA